Machine Operator 1 - 1st Shift (Mill Form Press Operator)

Fisher-Barton•Watertown, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Fisher Barton is hiring a Machine Operator (Mill Form Press Operator) to operate, set up, program, maintain, and troubleshoot presses, mills, and auto-forming machines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role requires attention to detail, problem-solving, organization, and the ability to multitask. Machine Operators follow Fisher Barton’s safety and quality procedures and business code of ethics, while supporting its culture of customer excellence, fairness, and community involvement. The position is at Fisher Barton Blades, 300 Air Park Drive, Watertown, Wisconsin. The schedule is first shift, Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., with availability to work overtime. The work environment is a loud manufacturing setting, with occasional exposure to varied environmental conditions. Fisher Barton is an ESOP company, allowing employees to become shareholders. The company describes itself as a resource for high-quality parts and solutions across multiple industries and welcomes diversity as an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Basic math skills and the ability to use basic math to analyze information.
Basic computer skills and experience with computer systems.
One year of machine operating experience or successful performance as a Fisher Barton Machine Operator 1 team member.
Proficiency in all Machine Operator 2 skills, as defined on the site Training Matrix.
Ability to operate presses, mills, and auto-forming machines.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Three years of machine operating experience.

Responsibilities

Follow Fisher Barton safety and quality procedures, regulations, and business code of ethics.
Lift and load parts; manually insert blanks into presses and perform hot or cold forming operations.
Measure parts and accurately record quantities milled and formed.
Inspect finished parts for quality and compliance, and package customer parts.
Perform general maintenance and keep work areas clean and orderly.
Set up equipment within the required time and according to control plan specifications.
Verify the dimensions, type, and characteristics of raw materials.
Load coils, strips, or blanks; set slack-loop tension; and adjust and operate forming presses and straighteners to produce parts to specifications.
Set up milling machines, perform manual milling operations, and replace milling heads.
Remove and isolate scrapped or non-conforming parts.
Perform operator maintenance, including changing lubricants, and maintain housekeeping in work areas.
Train Level 1 team members.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance.
Employee, spouse, and child life insurance.
Critical illness insurance.
Prescription drug benefits.
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
96 hours (12 days) of paid time off to start.
10 paid holidays per year.
Health savings plans, including HSA, FSA, and dependent flexible spending accounts.
Eligibility to participate in the ONE Fisher Barton Quarterly Bonus Plan.
Tuition assistance.
Wellness programs.
Apprenticeship programs.
Off-site team-building events.
On-site cookouts and celebrations.
Birthday and anniversary recognition.
Holiday parties.
Safety footwear and prescription safety eyeglass benefits.
ESOP ownership opportunity.